Bolsover Castle - English Heritage

Bolsover is a 17th century house built on the site of a Norman fortress and is a wonderful place to meander and muse. See the fairytale house, designed as a fantasy house for entertaining, of rooms stacked on top of one another to create the "Little Castle" with its range of charming and spectacular interiors.

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12 Caesar paintings based on originals by Titian. They were commissioned in the 17th century by William Cavendish and are back at the castle after being taken away in the 1970s for restoration work.

Collection details

Architecture, Fine Art

Key artists and exhibits

12 Caesar paintings returned to the castle in 2004

Award winning fountain in the Venus Garden

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Face to face resources

Art and Symbolism - The Cavendish Code Discovery Visit

Experience the scale, proportions, materials, symbolism and magical atmosphere of this site through investigating the buildings and their decoration. Discover the purpose of the building and its historical context, learn some architectural language and enjoy sketching and recording some impressive architectural design details.Duration: 1 hourKey Stage: 2, 3 History, Art and Design

How to obtain

Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.

Resources

Educational Visits from Schools & Universities

English Heritage offers FREE educational visits to schools, universities and all educational establishments. Education room available, please book this room early to be sure of availability.Pre-booking is essential.Call 01604 735400 for booking information and to obtain a FREE educational permit booking form for Bolsover Castle.

Face to face resources

English Civil War Discovery Visit

Join your guide to explore Bolsover Castle. Discover its flamboyant past at the time of the English Civil War and peep into the lives of Elizabeth and Mad Madge who lived there in the 17th century.Duration: 1 hourKey Stage: 2,3 History

How to obtain

Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on weekdays during term time. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils until April 2009, £75 per group after April 2009. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.

Face to face resources

Meet a Medieval Soldier Discovery Visit

Venture into history with a costumed guide on a tour to fire the imagination. How did armies attack the castle and how did those inside keep them out? Discover medieval food, living conditions (including toilets!), medieval surgery and a glimpse into the dark world of crime and punishment.Duration: 1 1/2 hoursKey Stage: 1, 2, 3 History

How to obtain

Call 01604 735440 to arrange a 1 hour tour on February 2, 5 or 6 2009. Price £60 per group of up to 30 pupils. Visit http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server/show/nav.19499 for more information.

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Visitor Operations Manager

Telephone

01246 822844

Fax

Office

01246 241569

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